James Rencher
Raleigh,NC
Summary
A career changer with a focus on securing a full-time position that presents professional challenges. I bring to the table strong interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and organized, I excel in handling multiple projects concurrently while maintaining accuracy. I'm a dependable team player with a positive attitude, capable of managing various priorities effectively. Eager to contribute to team success and willing to take on additional responsibilities to meet collective goals. As a hardworking and passionate job seeker, I'm ready to leverage my organizational skills to support company objectives in an entry-level role.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Served as mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Increased parent involvement through organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
EC Teacher
Durham Public School
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education, applying new knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student engagement through the use of interactive whiteboards, videoconferencing, and other modern technology tools.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding.
- Helped parents to understand early childhood behavior and development.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through open communication, fostering a supportive learning environment at home and in the classroom.
- Exhibited flexibility in scheduling, worked with different levels of staff and handled variety of early childhood situations.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
04.2008 - 12.2017
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Increased parent involvement through the organization of workshops, conferences, and informational sessions on topics relevant to special education services.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
Mortgage Underwriter/Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant
The Clay Group
05.2000 - 09.2007
- Approved or denied loans based on established criteria and underwriting guidelines.
- Identified possible fraud risks through meticulous evaluation of application materials, protecting both lenders and homebuyers from potential losses.
- Analyzed and verified applicant income, assets and credit history to support compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Determined credit risks by reviewing files in advance and comparing data against internal checklists and guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely feedback on application status and addressing potential issues promptly.
- Supported loan origination team by providing expert knowledge and guidance on complex underwriting scenarios, enabling well-informed decisions in challenging cases.
- Maintained open lines of communication with internal stakeholders such as processors, closers, and sales representatives to ensure a seamless mortgage underwriting process.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry and analysis, ensuring streamlined processes throughout the mortgage underwriting lifecycle.
- Verified integrity of applicants' information to minimize fraud.
- Enhanced risk assessment accuracy by conducting thorough reviews of credit reports, employment history, and income verification documents.
- Collaborated with loan officers and processors to obtain additional information and resolve discrepancies.
- Made careful determinations based on skilled analyses of submitted documentation covering credit histories, employment records, and current financial status.
- Developed strong working relationships with external vendors for efficient management of property appraisals and title searches.
- Assisted in training new team members, fostering a collaborative work environment that supported professional growth.
- Reduced processing time for mortgage applications through diligent management of underwriting tasks.
- Maintained mortgage program compliance with federal agencies such as VA, HUD, and FNMA.
- Contributed to policy updates by staying current on market trends and sharing insights with the underwriting team.
- Maintained orderly records of all completed mortgage transactions, facilitating easy retrieval for future reference or audits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with investors to drive compliance with guidelines.
- Assessed loan portfolios for compliance with underwriting policies.
- Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
- Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
- Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
- Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.
- Managed a pipeline of mortgage applications, maintaining accuracy and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date with industry changes and guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth loan closings by coordinating with title companies, attorneys, and borrowers.
- Streamlined communication between underwriters and loan officers, resulting in improved turnaround times.
- Improved borrower experience through prompt follow-ups on inquiries and concerns during the application process.
- Reduced errors in submitted applications by meticulously reviewing documents for completeness and accuracy before submission to underwriting departments.
- Coordinated with realtors and title companies to identify discrepancies and update different teams on processing progress.
- Supported loan officers with application processing, ensuring timely completion for quicker decisions.
- Documented borrower's information in loan processing system and resolved any discrepancies.
- Developed strong relationships with real estate agents, increasing referral opportunities for mortgage loans.
- Contributed to increased loan volume by proactively identifying potential clients and initiating contact.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop marketing strategies that attracted new clients and increased business opportunities.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to exchange ideas for continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints, following procedures to find mutually beneficial solutions.
- Worked with Loan Officer to create application profile in system and review key information at various stages within process.
- Monitored key dates to obtain information by deadlines.
- Assembled important paperwork and disclosures for borrower.
- Answered inquiries and provided superior customer service to clients.
- Cultivated productive relationships with clients, realtors, and title/escrow officers to increase profits and expand customer base.
- Contacted customers via mail, telephone and email to relay acceptance or rejection of applications.
- Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork.
- Confirmed applicants met lender requirements to repay loans by reviewing applications to determine eligibility.
- Stayed up to date on loan regulation changes, processing loan applications in compliance with current laws.
- Interviewed loan applicants to obtain personal and financial data to assist in completing applications.
- Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues.
- Collected and compiled paperwork such as title abstracts, insurance paperwork, loan files and tax histories.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Care First Blue Cross/Blue Shield
02.1995 - 05.1999
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Reviewed incoming communications for urgency or importance; prioritized correspondence accordingly for executive review or action.
- Scheduled appointments promptly, ensuring optimal use of executive time while minimizing conflicts or cancellations.
- Scheduled appointments and handled calenders for senior leadership.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Organized and updated schedules for executives.
- Gathered documents, data, and formulated analytics to prepare issues for discussion and reports for review.
- Organized travel arrangements, ensuring smooth transitions for executives during business trips.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress against deadlines, providing updates to executives as needed.
- Supported human resources initiatives by coordinating interviews and assisting with new hire orientations.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Assisted in the development of presentations, effectively conveying crucial information to stakeholders.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns and facilitating team-building activities.
- Coordinated staff training programs, improving overall efficiency within the company through skill development.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
- Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
- Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Pace University
New York, NY05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/Psychology
Touro College
New York, NY05.2011
High School Diploma -
John Bowne High School
Flushing, NY06.1984
Skills
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Student Support
- Progress Evaluations
- Student Records Management
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Social integration
- Scheduling proficiency
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Positive Role Model
- Basic clerical knowledge
- IEP development
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Student Recordkeeping
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Management
- Team Collaboration
- Resilience: Handling rejection, navigating complexities, and persisting through challenges inherent in recruitment demand resilience and a positive attitude
- Ethical Conduct: Upholding ethical standards, confidentiality, and professionalism is paramount in building trust with both candidates and employers
- Technology Proficiency: Leveraging recruitment software, applicant tracking systems, and online platforms optimizes the recruitment process and enhances candidate experience
- Interpersonal Skills: Establishing rapport and effectively communicating that requires empathy, active listening, and the ability to understand career aspirations and motivations
Accomplishments
- School Improvement Team chairperson for 3 years.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of staff members.
- Achieved Positive growth by completing College while employed.
- Documented and resolved various issues which led to positive outcome.
Certification
- Certified Teacher - North Carolina DPI
Additional Information
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
10.2019 - 04.2024
EC Teacher
Durham Public School
08.2017 - 09.2019
Special Education Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
04.2008 - 12.2017
Mortgage Underwriter/Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant
The Clay Group
05.2000 - 09.2007
Executive Administrative Assistant
Care First Blue Cross/Blue Shield
02.1995 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Special Education
Pace University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/Psychology
Touro College
High School Diploma -
John Bowne High School